Racing enjoys special treatment under NZ gambling laws. Why?
By Lisa Marriott, Professor of Taxation, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington
Max Rashbrooke, Research Associate, Institute for Governance and Policy Studies, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington
Despite the harm it can cause, gambling is often defended because it returns money to the community. So why is the racing industry largely exempt?
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Wednesday, February 18, 2026